Low cost city-to-city bus service expanded to Hampton

HAMPTON — The express city-to-city bus line Megabus.com has expanded to Hampton and is now offering service — for as low as $1 — to Richmond, Washington, Baltimore and Philadelphia.

The Chicago-based company, a subsidiary of Coach USA, and in business since 2006, announced Tuesday the addition of daily arrivals and departures at the Hampton Transit Center at 2 West Pembroke Ave.

"Customers are encouraged to book early to secure $1 fares," according to a company statement. "Fares always start as low as $1 and get higher as the traveling date gets closer."

To promote the service expansion, Megabus.com is offering 10,000 free seats for travel between Dec. 15 and Jan. 15. The free seats are available on departures to and from the company's 10 Washington expansion cities. Customers will need to use the "ILUVDC" promotional code when booking tickets, the statement said.

According to the company's website, Megabus.com operates double-decker buses with panoramic windows and free wi-fi service.